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BLACK JADEITE BEAD, RUBY AND DIAMOND NECKLACE AND PAIR OF MATCHING PENDENT EARRINGS
Estimate
50,000 - 100,000 HKD
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Description
- Black jadeite beads approximately 8.00 to 8.60mm; carved black jadeite beads on necklace approximately 27.71 x 28.19mm and 21.50 x 21.80mm; carved black jadeite bead on earrings approximately 20.37mm.
The necklace composed of black jadeite beads, decorated with faceted ruby beads and diamond-set rondelles, suspending a detachable pendant set with two carved black jadeite beads, decorated with floral motifs set with brilliant-cut diamonds, rubies and pink sapphires, terminated by a tassel of ruby beads, length approximately 580mm; and a pair of pendent earrings en suite; each suspending a carved black jadeite bead, brilliant-cut and pear-shaped rose-cut diamonds; mounted in 18 karat white gold. (2)
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to the Jadeite Jade testing certificate, the jadeites are natural, A Jade. Please refer to the report for details. The black jadeites are of opaque greenish black colour, under illumination, they show more of a beautiful dark green colour with some natural inclusions. The diamonds are about G-I colour, VS-SI clarity, altogether weighing approximately 3.20 carats, the rubies are of intense red colour altogether weighing approximately 26.40 carats, pink sapphires are of a light pink colour.
Condition: In very good condition.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
Accompanied by Hong Kong Jade & Stone Laboratory certificate numbered SJ 8449 and SJ 8448, dated 26 January 2010, stating that the jadeites are natural, known in the trade as "A Jade".